Blown Away by Chicago
Blending the energy of a city with the tranquility of nature, Chicago offers tourists a plethora of activities. Born and raised in the Windy City, I have seen my hometown welcome millions of visitors....
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Nature Paradise
Bellingham is in the top northwest corner of Washington State up by the Puget Sound, and is surrounded by mountains, ocean and forest. Its scenery challenges the best in the, world. However, Bellingham...
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Small Town Getaway
Rosholt is a small, scenic town in Central Wisconsin, with busy highway 66 cutting right through it. This town of only 500 people creates a close-knit community feel and...
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An Unexpeted Vacation Destination: Discover Oakland, California!
Most people would not consider Oakland, California to be a top tourist attraction, but there are, in fact, many areas and events in the city that people of all ages would find...
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Saint Louis: A Forgotten Gem
Saint Louis, Missouri is one of the Midwest’s hidden gems. Harboring a combined population of 2,900,605 in her city and the Metropolitan areas, Saint Louis is home to some of the Midwest’s...
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96 hours in Dover
My name is Samuel Huo and I live in Dover, the capital of the first state Delaware. The city has so many sites, events, and...
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Greensboro: A True Hidden Gem
I know what you’re thinking. North Carolina? Gross! All that state has is farms! Why would I want to go there? It’s okay. I said the same thing growing up here. I used to hate it because...
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The Long and Winding Way
Every path, no matter how long and winding it can be, has a horizon. Every long walk, no matter how tiring and tedious it is for a small child walking with her parents, ends at an unforeseen destination,...
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The Treasure Box of California
Everything lives in San Diego: animals, nature, history, culture, and entertainment. Harmonious community is created under the warm sun, by the...
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A Place to Relax and Unwind
La Mirada. When I say this name aloud, it does not strike me as a place that is grand or filled with urgency and movement. Instead, if I did not live here I would pass it up as just another city...
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Southern Texas Living
You probably think that Spring Branch and Bulverde Texas are in the middle of nowhere and have absolutely nothing for passersby to do. Although these towns may not be suitable to everyone’s...
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A Day in Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania is known as the "City of Bridges" and famous for it's delicious Heinz Ketchup. It is also where I have grown up and I have certainly grown to love it. I know...
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A Modest Family Town
Midland, MI, is the perfect place to settle down. After all the excitement...
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Orlando Theme Parks For The Reluctant Parent
First of all, a disclaimer: I have been putting off for years the increasingly insistent demands of my kids to visit the theme parks in Orlando. They wanted the rides at Universal and Disney World... I...
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Find your slice of home in York, PA
Ever hear of York, Pennsylvania? I doubt it. Who has? Well, other than the people living here and a few historical gurus (York has an interesting history), not many. I’ll admit you’d...
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Stores by the Shore
“Virginia is for Lovers” as so many tourists illustrate each year. As a resident of the Tidewater region in Virginia,...
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Find peace or adventure in Natural Minnesota
Winona, MN Having a population of 28,000, Winona is one of the most beautiful small towns in South Eastern Minnesota. I would take tourists up to...
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The Country I Call Home
Hungary to me is the most beautiful country in the world. I am very biased in this I will admit with my Hungarian ancestry that spreads through countless generations. I identify...
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Salem, the Small City Where Everyone Has a Big Heart
One might not think of traveling to Salem, Oregon for an interesting vacation, however, those that don’t are missing out on the hidden gem of the northwest. Salem is in the ideal location...
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Utah- Your Guide to the State Less Traveled
People rarely consider Utah a desirable travel destination. Even when considering travel within the United States, Utah is amongst the least chosen of destinations. While pondering reasons for the state’s...
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Why I love San Jose
“Why I love San Jose” San Jose is one of the largest cities in California, and I am proud to call it my home. There are numerous activities for every age group,...
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A Perfect Day in Paris
There is nothing quite like waking up in the city you’ve always dreamt of. Every little girl hears about Paris, the city of love. And how many movies devote a scene to the Eiffel Tower, France’s...
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Hidden Treasures
Hidden away in the Sierra Nevada Mountains is seemingly just another small town on the road to bigger, brighter places. A person may drive through the town and see run-down houses and boarded-up windows....
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The Heart of America Lies in the Heart of Pennsylvania Dutch Country
As a lifelong resident of South Central Pennsylvania, I am very fortunate to live within an hour’s drive of three All-American vacation spots – Gettysburg, Hershey and Lancaster. ...
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Wilmington: The Town of Corn
In the mist of Ohio’s soybean and corn fields lies a little town know as Wilmington. This little town of Wilmington is a part of Clinton County....
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Immerse yourself in culture in Richmond, Va
If you thought that Richmond, Virginia was just an old city filled with civil war relics and battlefields, think again! While there is a lot of rich history to be found and enjoyed in Richmond, from...
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South Glens Falls, New York- A Feeling of Home
South Glens Falls, New York is a wonderful vacation choice! There are so many different things to do and places to go that it's crazy! In fact, South Glens Falls is located in upstate...
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Virtual Internship for College Students
We live in the digital age where many things can be done without ever leaving home: shopping, getting a degree, and now eInternships, or virtual internships. I really shouldn’t...
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Fun in Tampa Bay, Florida
Hi, my name is Enya and I live in a fabulous and wonderful place called Tampa Bay. Tampa Bay has so much to offer, and I urge you to sample some or better yet, all it has to offer. From beautiful beaches...
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Far From Folsom Prison… But Not Too Far
When I tell people I live in Folsom, the first thing people think of is...
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The Hawaiian Experience
I am from Hawaii. No, I do not go to the beach everyday. No, I do not live in a grass hut. And, no, not everyone here can do the hula. Those are the answers to a few of the questions I get asked...
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A Walk Through Waukesha.
To the untrained eye, downtown Waukesha, Wisconsin may look like bright colored buildings and classic facades. However, behind the scenes, Waukesha...
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Brilliant Baton Rouge!
Imagine a community of people so close knit that every new comer instantly becomes family. Envision a place where a smile isn’t known as a friendly gesture,...
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Kick Off Your Shoes, Grab Your Bathing Suit, Hit The Sun, Because… Welcome to Miami Florida!
Going about your everyday routine can even be cyclical and sometimes when you want to step back you can’t afford to go on a vacation that will just tire you out. Luckily, I’m proud to...
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Canada’s Provinces Have Cool Summer Crafts, Creatures and Cuisine
This summer experience all that Canada’s unique culture has to offer through a variety of workshops and classes across the Canadian provinces. Visitors of all ages can learn about Canada’s...
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Cheap Bus Travel Options: More Than A Chinatown Bus
Traveling along America’s East coast at the drop of a hat can be pretty easy and cheap, as long as there is a Chinatown nearby with Chinatown Buses.... So wrote student reporter Mary Kearl...
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The Beauty of Bridgeport, California
When on vacation what is it that you look for? Solitude, excitement, historical features, food, or just...
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LA’s The Grove and Farmer’s Market
One of the best places to take kids in Los Angeles is The Farmer's Market. It is centrally located and really fun, with several food stalls and lots of small souvenir shops. I...
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Arizona
Arizona, made famous by the Grand Canyon, is a popular tourist destination. From the Colorado Plateau to the Sonoran Desert, Arizona has something for everybody....
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Arizona
Arizona, made famous by the Grand Canyon, is a popular tourist destination. From the Colorado Plateau to the Sonoran Desert, Arizona has something for everybody. Arizona is a state that is home to...
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Bringing Outdoor Waterparks Indoors
If your family get the winter blues or your kids are itching for some summer fun without the sunburn, it's time to visit an indoor waterpark, where the fun continues year round.
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The Mainer’s Guide to the #1 Hotspot
Dover-Foxcroft, a small town in rural northern Maine, is a place of nature and wonderful community. As of 2010, Dover- Foxcroft is home to around 2,528 people, but this small community has much to...
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Country Livin’
Soddy Daisy, what city could be more charming than one with a flower in the name? No city! Soddy Daisy is a rural woodland, lake area, filled with plenty of places to swim, hike, eat,...
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My Home Away From Home
Have you ever been to a place that just makes you feel at home? Maybe somewhere you feel so comfortable and at ease that you almost never think of going home? And then when it is time to go home, you don't...
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Brainerd Lakes: Boats, Bikes and Fun
Minnesota is known for its harsh winters, but what people don’t know is how beautiful Minnesotan summers can be. The Brainerd Lakes Area consists of three towns; Brainerd, Baxter and Nisswa. It is...
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Indianapolis: Your Midwest Destination
Indianapolis, Indiana, is most commonly known as the Crossroads of America and famous for its Motor Speedway. However, taking a look around, there’s a lot more than just the Indy 500 in Naptown. If...
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Water Play – Wisconsin Dells Family Hotels
Water, water everywhere and not a drop to drink. True, Coleridge has a point here, but who cares? At these amazing indoor waterparks, the last thing you'll be thinking about is drinking!Water, water...
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